Navigating small business ownership is challenging, particularly when it comes to choosing the right equipment and technology for your small office. Chromebooks have become the preferred choice for business owners due to their simplicity, affordability and browser-based experiences. Having a Chromebook provides a significant advantage by seamlessly integrating with Lexmark printers, which is particularly appealing to entrepreneurs looking for a more streamlined and efficient operations.
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Much like Chromebook's straightforward and hassle-free approach, Lexmark printers are simple, user-friendly and budget-friendly. When paired with a Lexmark printer, Chromebooks work with Lexmark's IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) Everywhere certificationopens in a new tab, allowing users to find, connect with and print to printers on their network without the use of a driver.
In your search for the ideal printer for Chromebooks, it’s important to know that most online review articles featuring printer recommendations might have affiliate links. These links compensate the publisher and may test only the printers that are associated with their affiliate program, not all eligible printers.
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“If you’re looking for one of the best home and office printers for Chromebook with a large paper tray, the [Lexmark color printer 2-series] C3224dw 250-sheet capacity will do the job for you. Overall, it features Lexmark’s full spectrum architecture security that protects the information stored in its 256MP built-in storage.” - TechCity.comopens in a new tab
“The [Lexmark color printer 2-series C3224dw] laser printer can be set up within a few minutes with the help of the built-in Wi-Fi technology. Besides, the Wi-Fi also makes it easy to scan and print the documents from mobile devices. It is compatible with multiple apps including AirPrint, Mopria, and Google Cloud Print. Not to mention the brand’s Lexmark mobile print app. There are also USB and Ethernet connectivity options for wired connections.” - ElectronicsHub.orgopens in a new tab
“This [Lexmark color printer 2-series C3224dw] is a two-sided color laser printer that doesn't scan or copy but does everything well in the printing department. It prints at a speed of 24 ppm and has a tray capacity of 250 sheets. It features a two-line LCD control screen and offers a fast and easy setup with wireless, USB, and Ethernet connectivity options. It also works with mobile via the Lexmark mobile print app, Mopria, and AirPrint.” - AndroidPolice.comopens in a new tab
“Top rated printer for Chromebook of September 2023: Lexmark C3224dw Color Laser Printer with Wireless capabilities “– BestReviews.guideopens in a new tab
Stay connected with compact laser printers for Chromebooks
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policiesopens in a new tab are becoming the norm across companies and essential to keeping users and devices connected. Lexmark printers adhere to various standards, ensuring compatibility with current and future devicesopens in a new tab. Chromebooks are being deployed across diverse industries including enterprise and retail, meaning businesses are expected to provide convenient printing on all devices including PCs, tablets, phones and Chromebooks.
A January 2023 reportopens in a new tab from global tech analyst IDC found that businesses relying on Chromebooks had higher productivity and significantly stronger security team efficiency, with 24% fewer attacks than organizations using more conventional computers.
IDC predicts that opens in a new tab9.5%opens in a new tab of Chromebook shipments projected in 2023 will be business-oriented.
Recommended industries for Chromebooksopens in a new tab:
Education
Enterprise
Retail
More about Lexmark printers and Chromebook devices
Printers that fully support IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) Everywhereopens in a new tab have integrated features. There’s no need to install drivers; just pair your operating system’s print function with a Lexmark ready-to-use printer. This allows you to focus more on productivity and less on printer installation and maintenance, regardless of the browser or built-in applications on your Chromebook.
Lexmark printers are known for high-quality scans, as well as prints, copies and faxes. Whether you need to scan a single document or a stack of paperwork, Lexmark all-in-one printers help simplify the process. Lexmark leverages industry standard protocols to include built-in scanning on Chromebooksopens in a new tab, improving your experience with ChromeOSopens in a new tab.
Lexmark business printers are intentionally engineered to meet the needs of many industries and markets, including Chromebook users. By taking a universal approach, Lexmark can meet your company’s needs for today and be flexible about what your business might grow into in the future.
Lexmark printers that work with Chromebooks
- Color All-in-One 2-series (MC3224i)
- Color All-in-One 3-series (MC3326i)
- Color All-in-One 4-series (MC3426i)
- Color All-in-One 2-series Basic (MC3224dwe)
- Black and White All-in-One 4-series (MB3442i)
- Color Printer 2-series (C3224dw)
- Color Printer 3-series (C3326dw)
- Color Printer 4-series (C3426dw)
- Black and White Printer 3-series (B3340dw)
- Black and White Printer 4-series (B3442dw)
When it comes to choosing the best printer for your Chromebook, Lexmark is the ideal business partner. With our budget-friendly, compact laser options and Mopria certification, Lexmark printers boost print security and office operations. Choose a Chromebook-compatible printer from the Lexmark shop and turn your laptop into a powerhouse.
Eric McCannopens in a new tab has more than 15 years of experience at Lexmark and is in Lexington, Ky. He is a member of the Technology Portfolio team and handles the intersection of firmware, software, hardware and services for the Lexmark printer portfolio. In previous roles, Eric has worked to demonstrate and develop the Lexmark Cloud Services portfolio, secure device ecosystem and catalog of built-in solutions aimed at improving printer productivity.
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